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Kentucky Player Targeted by Beer-Throwing Fan After Thrilling Win Over Oklahoma

An investigation is underway after a beer can narrowly missed Kentucky's Brandon Garrison following an intense 83-82 victory in Norman.

  • Kentucky defeated Oklahoma 83-82 in a closely contested game, with Otega Oweh scoring a career-high 28 points, including the game-winning basket.
  • Tensions ran high as former Oklahoma players Otega Oweh and Brandon Garrison faced hostility from the crowd, including boos and chants of 'traitor.'
  • Following the game, a beer can was thrown from the stands, narrowly missing Garrison as the Kentucky team exited the court.
  • The University of Oklahoma has condemned the incident and launched an investigation, reviewing footage to identify those involved.
  • The Wildcats improved their record to 19-9, while Oklahoma’s NCAA Tournament hopes remain uncertain with a 17-11 record.
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